On November 21, 1985, a Cessna 421C Golden Eagle III (registration D-IFLY) operated by Private Germany was involved in an aviation accident near Dortmund, Germany during landing or approach. 4 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The exact cause of the crash remains undetermined, though the aircraft was operating in low-visibility weather conditions involving rain. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 8 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
A twin-engine aircraft crashed into a school building in Wickede, resulting in the deaths of all four people on board.
What happened
During a night flight characterized by heavy rain and low visibility, a twin-engine aircraft was performing its approach to Dortmund-Wickede Airport. While navigating the difficult weather conditions, the plane struck a school building situated in the city of Wickede. The impact occurred approximately one kilometer north of the airport's location.
All four fatalities occurred among the occupants of the aircraft. There were no reported injuries to any individuals on the ground at the time of the collision.
Findings
The flight was operating under conditions of poor visibility caused by nighttime and active rainfall.
The crash took place during the approach phase of flight.
Probable cause
The exact cause of the crash remains undetermined, though the aircraft was operating in low-visibility weather conditions involving rain.